Just as Serie clubs circle, Arsenal set £60m price for Gyökeres

Just as Serie clubs circle, Arsenal have made clear they would only consider a permanent exit for 28‑year‑old Swedish striker Viktor Gyökeres. The Gunners, who relied on him during their Premier League title‑winning 2025/26 season, say Juventus and AC Milan would need to meet a valuation of more than £60 million to take him back to mainland Europe.

Arsenal's valuation and stance

Arsenal have placed a price tag of over £60 million on Gyökeres, roughly €70 million, and insist any deal must be permanent. They have rejected the idea of a loan, even as his minutes have been reduced in the 2026/27 campaign, preferring to recover a substantial portion of their investment.

The striker arrived at the Emirates in July 2025 from Sporting CP after an astonishing record of 97 goals in 102 appearances. Arsenal signed him on a long‑term contract, giving the club considerable control over his future and allowing him to net 20 goals in his debut Premier League season.

Serie A interest

Both Juventus and AC Milan are keeping a close eye on Gyökeres ahead of the 2027 window. Milan have reportedly explored a loan option, but Arsenal’s demand makes a January move unrealistic, as the fee would consume a large share of their budget.

Juventus’ interest is described as monitoring rather than an active negotiation, meaning they are not yet prepared to meet Arsenal’s high price. The Italian clubs also face other squad areas that require investment, further limiting their willingness to spend such a significant percentage on a single striker.

Arsenal’s position is understandable given the recent heavy outlay on Gyökeres, who arrived for a sizeable fee and signed a long‑term deal. The club would rather recover a substantial portion of that investment than see the striker strengthen a rival through a convenient loan.

For the Serie clubs, the key question is whether Arsenal will lower the price before next summer, as a £60 million‑plus fee remains an expensive opportunity rather than an obvious bargain.

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